Describe a person you know who is very patient

The most patient person I know is my driving instructor, Mr Oleg, who taught me how to drive last summer. I had never been behind the wheel before, and to be honest, I was terrified at the start.

He's a man in his fifties with a gentle voice and a habit of smiling before he corrects you. I met him through a friend's recommendation and spent about two months taking lessons with him, three times a week.

I know he's patient because of what happened during my lessons. In the first week, I stalled the car at least fifteen times at a busy crossroads, with other drivers hooting behind us. Instead of getting annoyed, he said quietly, 'Take a breath, start again,' and he never raised his voice. On another occasion, I confused the brake with the accelerator and nearly drove into a fence, but he simply explained calmly what had happened and asked me to try again.

I have great admiration for this quality. Patience made me feel safe, which allowed me to concentrate on learning rather than on being afraid. If he'd been impatient, I'm sure I would have quit. I passed my test at the first attempt, and I credit him for that.

He has also made me think about my own behaviour. I tend to get frustrated when things go slowly, so now, when I teach my younger cousin how to ride a bicycle, I try to imitate Mr Oleg and stay calm.